Windows 10: File History grown

Discus and support File History grown in Windows 10 Backup and Restore to solve the problem; Why did my "File History" backup all of a sudden grow to 130Gig? 126743 Discussion in 'Windows 10 Backup and Restore' started by jackmcgann, Feb 7, 2019.

  1. JACKMCGANN
    jackmcgann Win User

    File History grown


    Why did my "File History" backup all of a sudden grow to 130Gig?

    :)
     
    jackmcgann, Feb 7, 2019
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  2. #JON#
    #Jon# Win User

    File History not backing up any files

    Hello Victor

    Thank you for the response. I had already checked that thread, but it hasn't helped me:

    • The thread deals with Windows 8's implementation of File History, which is somewhat different to that of Windows 10.
    • Most of the thread deals with setting up File History (which I have already done, precisely following the recommended steps). The third link in the thread might have been useful since it appears to link to a page that deals with troubleshooting File History
      (as opposed to setting it up), but unfortunately the link is dead.
    Any further suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
     
    #Jon#, Feb 7, 2019
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  3. MARIVEL MAN
    Marivel Man Win User
    File History - Does not turn off

    To assist you further, we suggest that you try to check on the link below:

    Step by Step: File History

    Update us on the result.
     
    Marivel Man, Feb 7, 2019
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  4. MARTIN BAR
    Martin Bar Win User

    File History grown

    File History never copies anything

    Hi,

    Temporary system failure is one of the possible reasons why this issue is happening. To help resolve the issue, we suggest deleting the files in the USB drive. Follow the steps below:

    • Open Settings > Update & Security > Backup > More Options.
    • Click Stop using this drive.
    • Delete the File History folder on your external drive.
    • Try again to add the USB drive to backup File History.
    Keep us in the loop with the result.
     
    Martin Bar, Feb 7, 2019
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